Director IT Internal Audit - AML and Financial Crimes

Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

Internal Audit continues to be a change agent within RBC, with an overall objective of enhancing and protecting RBC’s value through providing insightful assurance and advice, supporting senior management decision making across our global footprint. The Director, RBC AML and Financial Crimes - IT Audit will be leading a team of technical auditors to design, execute, and lead core audit engagements focused on Technology Operations (TO) Application portfolio(s) supporting Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Fraud technologies and processes across various business lines and corporate functions.

You will also be responsible for leading the enhancement, execution, and uplift of our global TO audit strategy, including further integration with regional teams to ensure continued global regulatory coverage. The day-to-day responsibilities include leading a team to plan, scope and execute risk-based audits, working with Management in achieving their business objectives and providing risk insights while remaining independent and objective.

What will you do?

Work in tandem with Head of Global Financial Crimes and Audit teams to provide assurance over IT controls related to AML systems, applications, and models supporting RBC’s system of internal controls.
Work in tandem with business AML audit teams globally to ensure sufficiency in coverage and integration of IT into 1LOD and 2LOD AML audits
Build and maintain relationship with key stakeholders within 1LOD and 2LOD who own or oversee AML data processes globally and within regions, business platforms and legal-entities.
Engage internal leadership, including the Global Head of FCC Audit, the CUSO Head of FCC Audit, the CNB Head of FCC Audit, etc. as well as relevant audit executives (including the VP Chief Auditor of RBC Functions) and Regional IA leaders, on a regular basis to facilitate proactive and ongoing, formal and informal, monitoring and insights.
Lead the development and uplift of the global TO audit strategy, further demonstrating ongoing audit coverage of AML and fraud risks and evolving technology landscape, including interfacing with regional teams to assess and ensure continued global regulatory coverage
Execute annual and risk-driven audits and regulatory issue validations, including integrated into business, IT, or model-led audits/regulatory issue validations in accordance with applicable Internal Audit methodologies and coverage strategies
Develop and implement continuous assurance activities to support and supplement audits throughout the year
Participate in discussions with and respond to requests from relevant regulatory bodies, including FINTRAC, the FRB, OCC and regional (Caribbean, Europe/UK, APAC) regulators.
What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

Technology Audit / Risk management experience; as evidenced by 7+ years of leadership experience with ability to create an inclusive work environment, motivate/inspire staff to a high performing culture.
Experience in AML and Fraud risk management; dealing with multiple business platforms/functions, business processes, geographies, and legal entities.
Undergraduate degree (Preferred: Business, IT, or other similar)
Nice to have

Professional auditing or risk management designation (one or more of the following: CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CAMS)
Prior experience with relevant regulatory bodies, including FINTRAC, the FRB, OCC and regional (Caribbean, Europe/UK, APAC) regulators.
What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits and competitive compensation
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Flexible work/life balance option
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Job Skills

Adaptability, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Business, Business Risks, Information Technology (IT) Risk, Internal Auditing, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Long Term Planning, Organizational Savvy and Politics, People Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Teamwork
Additional Job Details

Address:

20 KING ST W:TORONTO
City:

TORONTO
Country:

Canada
Work hours/week:

37.5
Employment Type:

Full time
Platform:

INTERNAL AUDIT
Job Type:

Regular
Pay Type:

Salaried
Posted Date:

2025-04-24
Application Deadline:

2025-05-31
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:5+ PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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